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A Wallaceburg man remained in police custody Monday morning after another local man was stabbed with a knife in a residence on Margaret Ave. shortly after 8 a.m. Sunday. Chatham-Kent police said the men were arguing when the disagreement escalated into a physical fight. A 44-year-old man was treated at the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance for non life threatening injuries, police said. A 21-year old is facing an aggravated assault charge.

Copper wire theft

An estimated $15,000 worth of copper wire was stolen from a warehouse on Patteson Ave. in Chatham over the weekend. Police report thieves forced their way through a door causing about $500 damage. Anyone who may have witnessed anything suspicious on Sunday between 1 a.m. and noon is asked to contact Const. Mark VanderGriendt at 519-436-6600 ext. 87155 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

Arrest in clothing theft

A teenager was arrested Sunday afternoon on multiple charges after security staff witnessed a young man leaving a Grand Ave. business without paying for two shirts. He was located about half an hour later running through yards on Baldoon Rd. after a woman reported someone had entered her apartment but left when he saw her. A 17-year-old Essex youth was charged with break and enter, theft under $5,000 and possession of property obtained by a crime under $5,000. He was released with conditions pending a future court date.

Vehicles entered

Thieves caused twice as much damage breaking into parked vehicles compared to the value of some stolen tools. Police said seven vehicles parked behind a business in the 700 block on St. Clair St. in Chatham were entered Sunday between noon and 8 p.m. The tools were worth $300. damage to vehicles was estimated at $600. Anyone with information is asked to contact Const. Josh Corbin at 519-436-6600 ext. 87200 or Crime Stoppers.